Natus Medical Inc shortlisted for Best Procurement Transformation Award at National Procurement Awards 2025

Recognised in the 2025 awards programme, Natus Medical Inc has been named as a finalist at the National Procurement Awards 2025, shortlisted for Best Procurement Transformation Award for its Value Improvement Program (VIP).

The nomination recognises Natus Neuro's strategic transformation of procurement operations, launched in 2024 to shift the function from reactive cost control to a structured, innovation-driven engine. The initiative reflects the organisation's commitment to embedding continuous improvement, cross-functional engagement, and supplier partnership into procurement strategy.

The Value Improvement Program established a robust savings pipeline that delivers over 5% cost of goods sold (COGS) savings annually while simultaneously advancing sustainability objectives and process improvement across the organisation. Through strategic supplier collaboration and cross-functional engagement, VIP positions procurement as a driver of both financial performance and operational innovation.

The initiative demonstrates how procurement transformation can extend beyond cost reduction to create lasting cultural change. By building a framework for continuous improvement and strengthening supplier partnerships, Natus Medical Inc has repositioned procurement as a strategic function capable of delivering measurable value while supporting broader organisational objectives.

The Best Procurement Transformation Award shortlisting reflects the organisation's ability to design and implement a comprehensive transformation programme that balances financial discipline, sustainability commitment, and operational excellence within the medical devices sector.

Finalists for the National Procurement Awards 2025 reflect organisations shaping Ireland’s procurement direction into 2026, with a focus on digital transformation, sustainability, and operational excellence. Their work signals a shift toward data-driven, ESG-integrated procurement and more resilient supply chains that will define competitive performance in 2026 awards cycle.

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